{"product_id":"ask-the-butcher-jeff-schabel-9798241100771","title":"Ask the Butcher: A Guide That Will Help You Shop Smarter, Save Money and Get Answers to Your Meat Shopping Questions","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnlock the Secrets of the Supermarket Meat Department - Shop Smarter, Save Money, and Choose the Best Cuts Every Time \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you ever walk through the supermarket meat department and wonder what the labels on the meat packages mean or how to tell if poultry is fresh, or whether \"grass-fed\" and \"organic\" really make a difference? This comprehensive guide answers 51 of the most common meat-department questions shoppers ask-clearly, simply, and with insider expertise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for home cooks, families, budget-conscious shoppers, and anyone who wants to confidently choose products from their supermarket meat department. This book reveals how the products behind the counter are prepared, priced, and handled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI\u003cb\u003enside this essential meat-shopping guide, you'll learn: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow\u003c\/b\u003e to choose and save money on beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and lunch meats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat\u003c\/b\u003e meat labels really mean (\"water added,\" \"free range,\" \"natural,\" \"no added hormones,\" \"processed, etc.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are\u003c\/b\u003e the different grades of meat, and why is it important to know\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat\u003c\/b\u003e does- All Natural really mean\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat \u003c\/b\u003edo Sell-by dates and Use-by dates mean and why knowing will save you money\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat\u003c\/b\u003e-is meant by the word \"Natural Flavoring\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnswers\u003c\/b\u003e to shopper FAQs about freshness, expiration dates, food processing, and more\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy\u003c\/b\u003e-is my ground beef dark in the center. Is it still good to eat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're confused by confusing labels, trying to stretch your grocery budget, or just want to bring home higher-quality meat, this book gives you the insider facts, butcher shops and supermarkets don't always explain, and in some cases \u003cb\u003edo not want you to know. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked with practical, easy-to-understand explanations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovers beef, pork, poultry, seafood, deli meats, and specialty cuts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull of money-saving tips for everyday shoppers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for beginners and experienced home cooks alike\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf you've ever wished you had a butcher next to you while shopping, this guide is the next best thing. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfident, informed meat shopping starts here!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet your copy today! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jeff Schabel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798241100771\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/12\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 28\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.11lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.06d","brand":"Jeff Schabel","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49171255197951,"sku":"9798241100771","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/ask-the-butcher-jeff-schabel-9798241100771","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}